As a Community Oriented Policing agency, we look for innovative ways to address concerns in Centralia - working to make our community a safer place to live, work, and play. As part of the city’s public safety team, the department provides professional enforcement, prevention, planning, and coordination of services that contribute to discourage criminal behavior and enhance the image of our community. The following vision, mission and values were updated by the Strategic Planning Committee, effective July 1, 2016.

VISION

Make Centralia safer through quality service and innovation.

MISSION

The Centralia Police Department is committed to protecting the quality of life in our community through professionalism and integrity.

VALUES

Integrity and ethical behavior

Mutual respect for all

Aspire to excellence

Professionalism

Continuous improvement

Humility

Initiative and creativity

Communication with those we serve is an important part of our work. We distribute a quarterly E-Newsletter and post bits on our website. If you would like to receive the newsletter directly, please let us know by sending a request to cpd@cityofcentralia.com.